To our readers:

I rarely turn over the editorial page to a guest writer, but a few weeks ago I read something on Bloomberg News that I thought was so compelling, and so timely, that I wanted to share it with you now... more

U.S. grads lacking in professionalism

By MARK BAUERLEIN, English professor, Emory University
I gave an exam last week, and one student showed up 25 minutes late. When the hour ended and I collected the papers, he looked up from his seat, cast a pitiable glance and mumbled, "Please, I got... more

ARLENE VIOLET - Gist's re-appointment good for Rhode Island

Decisions were made last week which have set the course for Rhode Island's future. Here's a few of them that will have ramifications. * The re-appointment of Deborah Gist - It might not be the three... more

Letters to the Editor

Preserving history is an important undertaking

The Glocester Heritage Society is very anxious to complete renovations of the Pettingell/Mason House and establish The Dorr Rebellion Museum. It is a tedious, slow process enabling us to uncover the... more

Foster to discuss dog restrictions

The Foster Town Council is proposing changes to the ordinances concerning dogs. Here are a few of the proposed changes. * The Animal Control Officer or any police officer of the town shall have the... more

If fire taxes rise, they are not a burden

Comments and corrections on The Valley Breeze story of May 22: "Fire consolidation legislation filed, but not all on board." I think some of the criticism of the fire consolidation bill includes... more

Have you heard of the Iron Mine Hill Railroad?

Dear Readers: I am conducting continued historical research on an area of Cumberland. I am attempting to verify the existence of an old railroad line that apparently ran from Iron Mine Hill (near... more

Lincoln's Relay for Life a success

The Lincoln High School track was packed with excitement and energy on Friday night, May 31, for the third annual Relay For Life sponsored by the American Cancer Society. This event is not possible... more

Volunteers, sponsors big boost to Northmen/Navigant 5K

The North Smithfield Athletic Association would like to thank all of the generous people of North Smithfield, local officials, businesses, and employees for all of their hard work and contributions... more

'We the People' program deserves adequate funds

My name is Natalie O'Brien. I am a resident of North Smithfield, a taxpayer, a voter, and a teacher within our district. My husband and I purchased a house in town in 2007 and were excited about the... more